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Law's Michael Benza discusses Tommy Schaefer's U.S. murder charges

Media | May 13, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff
Media Expert: Michael Benza

Tommy Schaefer faces U.S. charges after killing Heather Mack’s mom in bali

A&E: Michael Benza, professor of practice at the School of Law, said prosecutors don’t need to prove the 2014 Bali murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack was completed, only that there was an agreement to commit it. The fact the killing occurred helps show the conspiracy was real, strengthening the government’s case.

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